Rep. Barragán’s Statement on the Release of the Two Teen Mariachi Musicians from ICE Detention During Congressional Oversight Visit

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March 9, 2026

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Rep. Barragán's Statement on the Release of the Two Teen Mariachi Musicians from ICE Detention During Congressional Oversight Visit

DILLEY, TEXAS - Representative Nanette Barragán (CA-44) released the following statement on the release of the Gámez-Cuéllar family during a Congressional oversight visit at the Dilley Detention Center today:

"Relieved that we were able to bring the Gámez-Cuéllar family back home safely from the Dilley Detention Facility. They should never have been detained in the first place. Antonio and Caleb, two of the Gámez-Cuéllar children, are wonderful high school mariachi musicians who recently performed at the U.S. Capitol. Their family did everything by the book. They had passed their credible fear interview and had an outstanding asylum case - they never missed a court date or check-in.

ICE released the family to us during our Members' visit to the facility to conduct congressional oversight. I'm glad the family is out and on their way home.

Let us NOT forget there are many more like them."

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